Anboto, Basque Country, Spain

Mountains. Why? Because they are there? For the love of vertical inclines and wide vistas? For trail blazing and bush-whacking? For the love of fresh air?

All of it.

Living in a flat country far from mountain ranges of any sort, publishing some archival photos of mountains feels right…

Big thanks to Lurra Outdoor Experiences for the updated photos of Anboto (Amboto en Castellano). And big thanks to my friend, Señor Rafa, for opening this side of the world for me. Not soon forgotten. If you are looking for a guide in that part of the world, he’s your man. Check the link.

What a view!

The vista to the north from Urkiolamendi.

A steep scramble up the south end.

An incredible geological feature called Ojo de Bentanetan.

Anboto from afar – Courtesy of Lurra Outdoor Experiences

On of many beech trees that dot the mountains – Courtesy of Lurra Outdoor Experiences